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The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25
NINE HOURS A DAY.
The Union Carpenter Pledge
Themselves Not to Work
Ten Hours.
Another Meeting to he Held Saturday
Evening at Euclid
Hall.

There was an immense mass meeting Of
the. journeymen carpenters held in the
police court room Wednesday evening, a
large number being present.
The object Of the meeting was to dis
cuss the nine hour question, and take ac-
ton on the ten hour plan which the con-
tractors are trying to force upon the men,
Harvey 4 wsshburne and Scott q 20.
are some Of the enemy.
One of Harvey 4 wsshburne's men had
been informed that his wages would be 10
cents m hour In the future.
The secretary said that now was the ac-
cep.ed time TO form some definite plan for
working and for the union to establish
some definite rule.
All those working nine hours a day and
eight hours on Saturday were asked to rise
10 their feet, and two-thirds Of those pres
ent got up.
Six who were working nine hours
straight arose.
Six who we're working ten hours day
and stated that they were working ten
hours day for Scott 4 Murch and get
ting ten hours day pay.
One Of those present wanted to know II
Scott a Murch's men didn't have sense
enough TO know that they could get $3.50
a day for nine hours. He said the car
penters had in their own way and could
work us many hours as they choose. He
would walk out of town befoye he would
work ten hours day, and there we're
hundred others who would do the same
thing.
The secretary said 1t was question of
hours and not of pay; that pay would rise
as competition decreased.
The president said that he understood
that the builders and contractors had
adopted the rules of the national builders
association, and this was done because Z.
Il. Hallack, McPhee a. McGinnity, Mouat
and other mill men belonged to this or
ganization and wanted those rules. They
used the lesser contractors to hlch the
chestnut of wealth out Of the fire Of COM
petition. Out OF the thirty-seven con-
tractors no was willing to wager Is against
81 that there wasn't four who could hold
down a job at journey work.
He counseled the men To stick together,
and wanted to ask all those present who
would pledge themselves not to work more
than nine hours day to manifest 1t by
saying aye, and there was an unanimous
response.
II was asked how many bosses we're
working their men ten hours day.
Scott & Murch, Nelds and Butcher were
the only ones reported.
A carpenter said that all that was
needed was little backbone to secure
nine hours day. They were as much en-
titled 10 consideration rs bricklayers,
stonecutters, etc. Carpenters furnish
more brains, more ingenuity, more tools,
did more work and received less pay than
any other mechanics, yet the contractors
at their meeting the other night referred
TO them as common laborers.
On motion IL was resolved to hold an
other mass meeting at o'clock this Sat-
urday evening at Euclid hall and adjourn
at 4 O'Clock, as the Carpenters Union will
meet at that time.
II was stated that there were 500 car
penters in Denver Of which number 400
belonged TO the Carpenters union.
The meeting then adjourned with
cheers, to meet at Euclid hall this evening
at O'Clock sharp.
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25
Coming Trouble.

PIrrsBuRa, June 22.-The joint wage
conference committee of the iron manu-
faoturers and workmen held another meet
ing this afternoon but failed to arrive at
any satisfactory conclusion. The outlook
is not encouraging for settlement and
the impression is growing that there will
be strike.
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,oa cAaFsHrE.s.
An ObSsss Lssssn Pertinent - tAs Prss-
snt Situation.

When The hours Of labor are shortened
more men are employed; the more men en-
ployed the more 10 competition reduced; the
less the competition the higher the sOdges rise;
the higher the Odges the better the condition
Of The people.
Ethsl-"My papa is carpenter and has
got sense enough to work nine hours a
day"
Lillian-"So Is mine; and pretty soon
he is going 10 work only eight hours, and
then ! can have q new doll and lots Of
other things"
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25

eoastssstiea u ths lsu, asons sf ~ CON
uisioasss PIT 4 yesterday, \ that Of Tie
ss1ass instsGa of ~ house, snd ~ de-
's1sion may b regarded q doing away
With TIE Reagan idsas Of ~ measure and
planting Ne commission fairly on tho
Cullon bill An reports Nat The commits
sionsrs differed among themselves ss to
the decision are erroneous. fi
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25
Read the Evidence.

In May 1886 eight men in the city of
Chicago we're leading the eight-hour
movement so formidably that ii was on
the eve of success; a brutal, capitalistic,
police despotism attacked peaceable
meeting; an unknown man threw a bomb;
a venal press, packed jury and rampant
perjury convicted the eight and sentenced
seven to die. They lie in Chicago's bas-
tile awaiting leaden-footed Justice to
grant them new trial. All Americans
should read both sides of this case. Most
of you have read the lies of the capitalist
press. Be just now and also read the
story of the defendants. Their speeches
at their trial can be had at this Office;
price cents, by mail cents; their brief
on appeal stating the whole case, price
$1.OO Send at once for both. If
BoYcorT-Armour's Canned Goods of
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25

WASHINGTON, June 22.-The Charleston
Ne,rs and Courier, which sent a correspon-
dent to investigate the report of a negro
insurrection in that state, concludes that
the panic is senseless and that the south.
ern insurrectionists are only harmless
laboring associations.
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25

into his own body. He died
almost Immediately. His wife is still
alive but she cannot recover.
When Burch was made a policeman,
three years and half ago, he seemed to
lose all affection for his wife. He became
hard drinker and paid very little atten-
tion to his home.
Burch was just getting over debauch.
Mrs. Klous, who occupies apartments up
stairs, heard noise in the apartments
occupied by Mr.. Burch. She recognized
his voice and heard him say:
"Now, damn you, I'll kill your
The next moment she heard the report
of a revolver. Three other shots followed
in quick succession. The door of the
Burch apartments was thrown open and
Mrs. Burch, with her hand to her breast,
rushed up the stairs. As she reached
Mrs. Klous' door she fell to the floor and
gasped:
my husband has shot me and run
away"
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25
Near at Hand.

The drawing at the Famous Buffalo
Shoe Store takes place July s, 10 a. m.
Six articles-two gold watches, two sil
yer watches and two clocks.
Each purchase over 80 cents worth
gives the buyer chance, besides getting
the goods under regular prices. This has
been big season with the Buffaloes. 1t
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25
PREPARING.
The Labor Party Perfecting
Arrangements for
July 8.
Action Taken to Assist the Holders In
Their Stove Works
Fight.

Despite the intense heat Meets Hall
was well filed Thursday evening. Il. G,
Ashton was selected as chairman, and the
meeting opened with song by the ladies'
choir.
The committee on the third. of July
meeting at Music Hall reported crafty
ing progress and urged full attendance
on next Thursday night to perfect
arrangements.
Mr.. E. Humphreys volunteered to pay
the printing bill for the mass meeting and
spoke earnestly and ably upon the issues
of the times.
A number Of ladies and gentlemen vol
unteered to assist in the chorus for the
July 8 meeting. It was resolved to invite
all friends and sympathixers who could
sing and would assist to meet at the EN-
ouraER Office next Tuesday evening at 8
p. m. to organize the chorus.
The corresponding secretary reported
receiving letter from Henry George
promising that if he should be able to get
West he would visit Denver.
A committee from the Iron Molders'
Union requested the floor and asked the
party to assist them in their fight against
the Great Western Stove Works of Leav
worth. On motion Corcoran, Swank and
A. Cheesewright we're appointed to con-
suit with and aid the molders.
An interesting account of the McGlynn
parade was read, being received with
great applause.
Seven members of the different Trade
Unions volunteered to invite their unions
to be Present at Music Hall in force on
the night of July 3.
Adjourned for one week.
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25

charge Of misdemeanor, in hanging up an
American flag before the committee in de-
hance of the street committee Of the board
of supervrsors:~ Prosecuting Attorney
Mott asked in a patriotic speech that
the charge be dismissed.
Mr.. Mitchell replied with an earnest
appeal that he be tried.
II am" said he undoubtedly guilty.
asked for permit from the street com
mittee and they unanimously refused it.
Then put up the flag anyhow and it is
up now. Your honor surely cannot seri-
ously intend to dismiss the case"
But Judge Lawler, Notwithstanding the
lawyers plea did dismiss the case, which
is another outrage as it prevents Mitchell
from testing the constitutionality Of the
ordinance.
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25
The Boom Continues.

Warm weather usually has bad effect
on trade, but with us business continues
to be excellent. The people find We are
selling all kinds of furniture at unprece-
dentedly low prices and they come to us
whether the weather is warm or cold. Our
new building is nearing completion and
we desire to start in with an entire new
stock. We will make extraordinary in
ducements for the next two weeks.
JAS. g. FITZPATRICK,
1t 1923, 1880, 1882 Lawrence st.
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25
A Chicago Paper Suppressed.

BERLIN, June 16.-The circulation in
Berlin of the Arbditer Zeitumg, published
in Chicago, has been prohibited by the
police.
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25
THE KAWEAH COLONY.
70 Progressive Men and Women.

An agricultural and industrial colony,
having for its aim, Liberty, Equality, Fraz
ternity and Solidarity, is being formed,
on the cooperative plan, in one Of the
most favorable locations in California.
Only those in full sympathy with our aims
and objects are invited to join. For terms
and particulars address j. j. Martin,
Traver, Tulare county California.
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25
CL07 HING
FOR EVERYBODY.

Each year our mail order
trade increases. The people Of
the west are finding that th ey
can save money by trading with
us, besides getting stylish a nd
we'll made goods. I
We keep everything worn by
man or boy, and our goods are
made up with special care. We
carry many garments not to be
found elsewhere in Colorado.
Garments for miners, cattlemen
and ranchmen specially adapt ted
to their respective vocations.
We cheerfully send our fash
ion catalogue and price list to
any address; also send samples
and prices on application. Sat-
lstaction guaranteed or money
refunded.
SKINNER BROS.
& WRIGHT,
18th and Lawrence, :. Denver, Colo.
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25

Why Is II that those who produce the SILKS,
the satins, the broadcloths may not wear
them?
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25
SHOT HIMSELF.

A Policeman, After killing His Wife,
Kills Himself.--He Was Drunk.
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25

QUERY: Do the toiling carpenters of
Denver love their children or not? Now
is the time for them to show whether they
do or not. II.
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25
THE MARBLE CANYON !!
The Giant Forest The Booming
River! California Views!
Kaweah Colony Scenes !

&C. CURTIS, Photographer, Traver,
Tulare county, California, has for sale
twelve views Of the beautiful KAWEAH
Colony.
They are elegant photographs, Boudoir
and Cabinet sizes, and will be sent on re-
ceipt of price, 26 cents apiece or 80 per
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25
WILLIAM H. MORRISON. THOMAS NJ COOLEY
ALDAcE T. WALKER
n nuAna Arranurtru orunAxu

ALDAcE T. wALKER.
v. l. BRAGG. AUGUSTUS scHooSMAKER
These are the prominent statesmen
and lawyers who were going to curb mo-
nopoly. But Doodle has got them at last.
June Is those Inter State Commissioners
rendered decision upon the act which
practically throws the responsibility for
the construction upon the railroads them
selves or upon the courts to which appeals
may be carried. In brief, il refuses to
continue the suspension of the long and
short haul clause. II permits the rail
roads in question to act as their own
judges as to whether the altering circum-
are in operation or not. Practically the
railroads will construe the law, and the
commission only act when complaint is
mlde or when the violation seems so
great as to require their interference. The
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25
THE LIE NAILED.

, II Il Now Admitted That There IL No
Reason for Fear.
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25
PLEADING FOR A TRIAL.
Chairman Mitchell Protests Agains u His
Dismissal.

When R. B. Mitchell,
chairman Of the Fourth Of
July committee, appeared
in police court in San
Francisco to answer to the
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25

BoYcorT-Armour's Canned Goods of
Chicago.
The Labor enquirer., 1887-06-25

Policeman Charles Burch,
of Jersey City, shot his wife
June 15, in the right breast,
and then sent three bullets
from the same revolver into
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-21
League of American Wheelmen.

ST. LOUIS, May 20-The board of off
GERS of the League of American Wheelmen
met here this morning and elected t. ].
kirkpatrick of Ohio, president; II. 3.
Hayes of Massachusetts,, vice president;
w. VI. Brewster Of Missouri. treasurer,
and Geo. r. Bidwell third member of the
executive committee 4 resolution was
adopted declaring that 10 afrront to the
Pennsylvania and Marylana divisions was
meant at the meeting last July; also a resO-
luton approving the New York legislature
in opening parks to Wheelmen. Secre-
tary Editor Basset's report placed the de-
felt Of the L. A W, January 1st, 81, 800,
but declared the failure very hopeful. Elk
cursion on river was taken this afternoon
and tomorrow the annual parade will come
off
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-21
Editor O,Brien in Ontario.

KINGSTON. Ont, May 20,-Mr. O'Brien
rode here from Ottawa in the same car
with lady Macdonald wife, of the Canadi-
an premier Upon his arrival a large
crowd greeted him enthusiastically and not
a dissenting voice was heard as he entered
the carriage.
ToRoXTo, May 20.-Chief of Police
Grassett has sent letter to Mayor How
land explaining that he had been led to be
lieve that MI OBrien was going to leave
Toronto on Wednesday evening and that
he sent force of police to the depot to see
that no harm befell him. He expresses
the opinion that the mob which threw
stones at Mr.. O'Brien and party and after
wards wrecked Lalors shop intended to
brighten him more than anything else
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-21
Louisville Races.

LOUISVILLE, May 20.-First race, six
fuIlongs-Harry Glen won, Barak second,
Hecla third Time 1:1S 12
Second race, six furlongs-AveTy won,
Roy Boy second, Venisli third. Time
lis IA.
Third race, 5 f mile-Los Angeles won,
Badge second. Time II IS u.
Fourth race one mile-Jennie McFar-
land won, Handy Andy second, Broad
head third Time 1:45 3:4
Fifth race, l 1-16 miles-Monecrat won,
kaloolah second. Katie A third. Time
ID il2
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-21
Kansas City Grain and Provisions.

Daily Indicator reports wheat steady; No. red.
cash y bid. June 12A bid. July 10 bid, y asked,
No. 2 soft cash IS bid. - asked.
Corn strong No. cash, 35asi bid; June 3I34 bid:
July S5ls asked; No. 2 white cash Sc bid,
Oats, No. cash, 30 bid
Rye. No cash no bids ofY-rs.
Huy-Firm; fancy small baied, SO %; large s. %.
Flax seed-S0.
Butter-Weak and slow.
Chaese-FulI cream, 146tl41t: flats .GlS.
Ezgs-Steady. 10 per doZ.
Flour, dull. steady; quotations Xxx 50; xxx 80
al o. family 81 lU0Si ~; choice s. 3Sl 40 fancy to
extra fancy 81 5J9I IS; patent 81 eOGz u.
Corn Meal-Green, IS; dried, So, choice yellow, G.
bulk, III.
Rran-Bulk. IS; sacked, S.
Poultry-Old hens fat heavy s. 81 roosters g. 10
turkeys. sac.
Provsions.-Sugar cured harlsiI bacon 10: dried
beef u; dried beef clear. 81 dry salt clear rib sides
s. 81 long clear 81 y shoulders s. so short clear
a. So; smoked clear rib sides, e. 50; long clear
s. ~; shoulders, So -. short clear, s. Is,
Mess Pork-Si6 %.
Lard.-Choice tierce. S6 e2J1.
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sold Ont

Having sold out our business AMI good viii
at 1l2 Douglas avenue. TO the Stelnhauser-
Merkle Supply Co, We desire 70 return our
thanks 60 our patrons for the very liberal
patronage extended to Us through the many
wears that we have been In business; and
upon retiring We bespeak for our successors
the same liberal patronage that has been ex-
tended TO us-who are the largest retail
dealers in the state of Kansas, and SIRE amp
" able 10 give the closest prices obtainable.
II will be 70 you interest 10 give them 8 trial
ls4-tf J. NJ ALLEN s Co.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-21

The plat of College Green is now fled and
the new town is now on the market for sale.
The streets are graded and work on the
foundation of the new Catholic building is in
progress The side track will be graded in a
few days and the depot will be built The
Catholic Investment and Building Company
viii build number of good residences in
this beautiful suburban villa, and several
others who have bought property there ere
10 build houses, and within sixty days there
viii be quite town. Lots are now selling st
500 and s-25 each, but will soon be raised.
Now is the time to get bargains and choice
lots.
Apply at the Office of the secretary. Office
in the European hotel, Douglas ave.
d97-tf W. II. GRATTAN, Secretary.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-21
France.

PARIS, May 2O-It is thought likely
that NJ Bowler and NJ Deves will enter
the ministry under NJ De Freycinet.
Members of the chamber of deputies are
deluged with kilograms from provinces de
manding that General Boulanger be re-
tanned as minister Of war NJ Rochefort
in the Intransigeant, proposes that vast
petition be signed demanding General
Boulanger's retention. Others propose as
a demonstration in his favor that General
Boulanger be elected on Sunday next as
member of the chamber Of deputies for
Paris, notwithstanding the fact that he is
ineligible.
The state council has rejected the ap-
peals of the Orleans princes for reversal
of the decree expelling them from the
army. The appeal Of Prince Murat for
restoration to the army has beed admitted
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-21
ADDITIONAL TELEGRAPH
OVER THE OCEAN.
England,

LONDON, May 20.-The Times says: We
are Informed that an expensive fraud has
been committed on agents of the American
banks, by means of forged letters of credit,
which were presented simultaneously by a
gang Of skilful thieves in six or eight lead
ing cities of the continent The forgers
have not been caught. 1t is expected they
will come to London.
Poet Swilburne has completed his patri-
otto jubilee, which will appear in the
Nineteenth Century for June.
A rather violent shock of earthquake
was felt at Monte Carlo. at o'clock this
morning
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-21

Tie EAGLE printing and blank book es-
adjustment is prepared to do ell kinds Of
Job printing and blank book making, guar
anteeing their work to be frst-class n every
respect. AL counter work, checks, bonds,
p rforsted, numbered-cr loose-at p-icee
g. cal to Kansas City OF St. Louie.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-21

Notice to persons wishing to build a resi-
dence in the most desirable part of the city
will serve their interest by calling at the Of
flee of Hardy Solomon & Sons, 81 E Doug
las ave. this property is easy reached by
street railway from all parts of the city.
40 RI
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EnyDt,

CoNsTASTINoPLE, May 20.-It is stated
that the convention between England and
Turkey provides that the British evacuate
Egypt three years hence. If after that
time internal troubles arise in Egypt, Brit
ish and Turkish troops shall re-occupy the
country jointly or separately as the two
governments may agree upon. No other
power shall be allowed to intervene in
EgYptain affairs.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-21
Chicago Live Stock.

CHICAGO, May 70.
Drovers Journal reports cattle, receipts 20 ship
ments -. Market lower. Shipping Steers $50 70
1900 pounds "a oo4 50; stockers aad feeers e. tea
lO cows bulls and mixed g. 0tG4 co; bulk IS COG
3s Texas cattle 81 1OSa.+ 3D.
HOgs-Receipts 1909. shipments 500. Market
higher. Rough and mixed a. 65@si 95; packing and
shipping s. o5 Is; light 81 55 90 skips s. .o@4 So
Sheep-Receipts 6e1 shipments so. Market
lower All shorn natives g 25s4 p; western 50 5G
Isl Texans 50 Co.'s 80: lambs 81 oocI4 o.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-21
st. Louis Grain ana Provisions.

Flour-Firm very quiet.
wheat-NO. ? red cash. s514@s52s June. s41dGs5sl
closing si;ss bid; July Si1a@5&1s, closing rs
August 1IaGs2, closing SIS.
Corn irm Cash 81 bid; June SCla BID July S7;.
oatasSQaiet dull. Cash 2s51a2s5l; May, 27.sb.d
June 2i5s; July 2514 bid.
Rye-5S
Lead-tirm chemical hard 1 10,
Egas-LOwer dull. cents.
Butter-Quiet and easy; creamery lS21; dairy Al.
Pork-Old mess 81 IS; new SO -,
Lard-s6 80
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-21
st. Iouis Lave stock.
ST. LOUIS May I.

ST. LOUIS. NAY .
catte-Rcts, 100; shpt 40; market steady, choice
heavy native steers O. ssS4 60 shippers
steers fair good &. Ges4 ~; feeders far TO
eood 8 alsi 10, stockers fair good e itss -,
Texas common 70 choice. 81 lose4 20.
Hogs-Receipts $50. shpt 2.Je market lower:
choice, heavy and butchers selections q SOss
o. packing fair 10 good, e. 1894 So workers me-
dunn 70 prime q SEGA 20. pigs common TO good s. ~
a. 50.
wooled medium fancy t5Gt4 D.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-21
Austria,

VIENNA, May 20.-A more hopeful view
is taken amonst statesmen here Of the po-
litical situation in Europe. 1t is expected
that Emperor Francis Joseph in his speech
closing the Hungarian diet next week will
strongly emphasize his confidence in the
maintenance of peace.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-21

Lewis G Moore are now ready to deliver
ice to the city trade. They are the sole
agents for the Crystal Ice Cos pure distilled
water ice Wagons will visit all parts of the
city daily between a. m. and II N. Parties
desiring to use this ice can order from the
wagons or leave orders at Lewis & Moore
office, l27 \. Main. Telephone 2l1.
dl42-tf
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-21
Architects. Attention.

Plans for the new school house to be
erected at the corner Second street and
Fourth avenue will be received until the
26th. S25 will be given for the second best,
SO for the third best. The judges will be-
sides the committee of st. Aloysius church,
be Capt. Smyth O. Martinson. j. B. York.
For further particulars apply to Rev. N. j.
Casey 1G-l2t
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-21
Guardians Sale,

For sale. the north half of the east half OF
the southwest quarter ct section three, in
township %, range l east
The above described land belongs TO the
estate Of c. c. Alliston. and viii be on sale
for few days This land is near the loca
ton Of the Congregational college
76-tf L. b. JEwETT,
Guardian for the heirs. Office Temple Block
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-21
Russia

ST. PETERsBUG, May 20-It is stated
that no foreign officers will be invited to
witness the manOeuyers of Russian troops
this wear
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-21
Enr Sale

One nice driving mare and harness. Good
size, good color and lady can drive her any
where. A good chance to get something
choice Emporia Ave- barn. d-123-tf*
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-21
Belgium,
SPORTING POINTS.

BRUSSELS, May 20.-Police are arresting
leading agitators in the present labor strike.